New Delhi, April 11 -- Skywatchers, mark your calendars! The full moon of April 2025-popularly known as the Pink Moon-will rise on the night of Saturday, April 12. Also called the Paschal Full Moon, this event carries both astronomical and cultural significance. It will be visible in India in the early hours of Sunday, April 13, at around 5:00 am IST.

Despite its name, the Pink Moon won't actually appear pink in colour. According to the Old Farmer's Almanack and Native American traditions, the name comes from the blooming of pink wildflowers like creeping phlox and moss pink, which are among the first to blossom in spring. The Pink Moon symbolises rebirth, renewal, and the return of nature's vibrance after winter.

This year's Pink Moon ...